Sr. Data Analyst (North America Quality Center - NAQC)

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision

100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off including Vacation and Sick Days

Competitive Salaries

Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Job summary

An automotive manufacturer in Irvine is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for the Strategy and Analysis Team. The ideal candidate will possess strong data analysis skills with over 7 years of experience, focusing on quality improvements for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicles. Responsibilities include bridging business questions with data insights, utilizing advanced analytical tools, and collaborating with multiple teams. This role offers competitive salary range of $98,000 to $125,000 annually, along with exceptional benefits and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience performing data analysis and creating forecasting models.
• Proficiency with various data preparation and analytics tools, text mining tools, and data visualization software.
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Bridge business questions with data analysis to deliver actionable insights.
• Utilize internal and external data to identify and break down automotive quality problems.
• Design, build, automate, and maintain reporting systems and dashboards.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Python

R

Data visualization

Analytical mindset

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data science or related field

Master’s degree in data science or related field

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Data Analyst – Strategy and Analysis Team

Hyundai's North America Quality Center (NAQC) is looking for a Senior Data Analyst for the Strategy and Analysis Team.

The Team

NAQC is the quality arm for Hyundai Motor Group (HMG)'s North American vehicle models. NAQC seeks to further Hyundai's goal of becoming the leading automotive manufacturer in North America by delivering uncompromising quality and exceeding consumer expectations.

The Position

The Sr. Data Analyst will bridge business questions with data analysis to deliver actionable insights that drive quality improvements on Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia NA vehicles, and collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to monitor quality issues, analyze external quality indicators and customer data, and elevate emerging quality cases.

What You Will Do

• Understand and follow the department’s business model, strategic direction, purpose, and mission
• Apply deep analytical skills to blend, process, and explore complex datasets to aid in knowledge discovery, BI‑reporting, and predictive modeling activities
• Utilize internal and external data to identify and break down automotive quality problems, delivering clear problems with targets for the Investigation and New Model Teams to investigate
• Utilize text mining tools for generating topics and/or enriching existing datasets with generated features classification tasks
• Partner with the Investigation and New Model Teams to scope and deliver data analysis projects
• Design, build, automate, and maintain reporting systems, dashboards, and performance metrics that support key business decisions
• Complete ad‑hoc data insights/requests as needed to support company goals
• Communicate results and business impacts to stakeholders within the company and affiliates
• Support the Strategy and Analysis Manager
• Mentor junior analysts, facilitate on‑the‑job learning, and ensure best data practices are being followed
• Travel up to 10% of the time, both domestically and internationally

What You Will Bring to the Role

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, business analytics, economics, mathematics, statistics, an engineering‑related discipline, or a related field of study
• 7+ years of experience working with/performing data analysis and creating forecasting models
• Strong SQL, Python, and R data analysis skills
• Proficiency with various data preparation and analytics tools, text mining tools, and data visualization software
• An ability to recognize the needs of the end‑user(s) and create reproducible solutions that answer those needs quickly and efficiently
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word
• A strong analytical mindset
• Excellent time management, self‑management, and organization skills
• Good written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data science, computer science, business analytics, economics, mathematics, statistics, an engineering‑related discipline, or a related field of study
• Automotive engineering experience
• Knowledge of vehicle systems
• Experience working with and analyzing automotive survey data
• Familiarity with Alteryx and Tableau
• Experience working with text analytics

What Hyundai Can Offer You

• Zero‑dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% Employer‑paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
• Competitive Salaries (Range: $98,000 ~ $125,000/Year)
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Work Hours

Other Details

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.